{"product_id":"exedy-lightweight-flywheel-1986-1995-rx-7-2004-2011-rx-8-mazda","title":"EXEDY Lightweight Flywheel – 1986–1995 RX-7 \/ 2004–2011 RX-8 (Mazda)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEXEDY Lightweight Flywheel – 1986–1995 RX-7 \/ 2004–2011 RX-8 (Mazda)\u003c\/strong\u003e addresses the clutch-service and performance needs of 1986–1995 RX-7 \/ 2004–2011 RX-8 (Mazda), providing an EXEDY-based path for enthusiast street, autocross, HPDE, and modified performance builds with application-specific fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEXEDY Engineering Background\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEXEDY traces its clutch-manufacturing roots to Japan in 1923 and grew globally through the Daikin Clutch name. Today, EXEDY supplies OEM powertrain components while applying the same engineering discipline to replacement and competition clutch systems used in street, road-race, rally, drag, and other motorsports environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDriveline Role\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEXEDY flywheels are engineered as matched driveline components rather than cosmetic weight reductions. Its lightweight performance flywheels use one-piece billet or forged chromoly steel construction to reduce rotational inertia while retaining high thermal capacity and integrated ring-gear strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA lighter flywheel can improve engine response and rev matching, but it can also reduce stored rotational energy and make low-speed takeoff more sensitive. It is best suited to drivers who value throttle response, faster transient behavior, and performance use over maximum factory-like smoothness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEXEDY Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e ZF01\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightweight Flywheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction \/ Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e EXEDY application-specific flywheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTorque Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not rated independently as a clutch torque-capacity figure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Suited For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clutch service or performance builds requiring the listed EXEDY flywheel fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSelection Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor 1986–1995 RX-7 \/ 2004–2011 RX-8 (Mazda), this configuration makes the most sense when its intended duty matches the vehicle's actual power and use. Avoid overspecifying clutch aggressiveness: the best setup is the one that maintains the needed torque reserve while preserving usable modulation and protecting the rest of the driveline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications \u0026amp; Service Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e One-piece billet or forged chromoly steel on EXEDY lightweight performance flywheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Goal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower inertia with high thermal capacity and improved engine response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRing Gear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated ring-gear design on EXEDY lightweight flywheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e EXEDY states its lightweight flywheels are engineering-tested to 15,000–18,000 RPM and SFI approved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1986–1995 RX-7 \/ 2004–2011 RX-8 (Mazda)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEXEDY SKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e ZF01\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm the vehicle's engine\/transmission combination and the clutch or flywheel currently installed before ordering. This is especially important on cars with prior single-mass conversions, transmission swaps, or existing EXEDY Hyper hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EXEDY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50131444924666,"sku":"EXEZF01","price":547.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0325\/6352\/7739\/files\/14927b7b55d79f27832e61e3c0a3f6b1.jpg?v=1745361645","url":"https:\/\/lgcracing.com\/products\/exedy-lightweight-flywheel-1986-1995-rx-7-2004-2011-rx-8-mazda","provider":"Legacy Racing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}